The life you save may just be your own!
Deaths from fires and burns are the fifth most common cause of unintentional injury deaths in the United States (CDC 2005) and the third leading cause of fatal home injury (Runyan 2004). The United States mortality rate from fires ranks fourth among the 25 developed countries for which statistics are available (USFA 2007).
The Old Lyme Fire Department. is committed to public education and awareness. We believe that the best fire is the one that is avoided! Learn how to protect you and your family from fire and other disasters. Much of the information in this section has come directly from the U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) and FireSafety.gov.
Learn About Fire
Every day Americans experience the horror of fire. But most people don't understand fire. Only when we know the true nature of fire can we prepare ourselves and our families.
Fire Extinguishers Tips
Learn about the different types of fire extinguishers and how to properly use them. It is important that you have access to fire extinguishers in high vulnerable areas of your home like the kitchen.
Just for Kids Tips
Each year in the United States an estimated 2,800 children age 14 or younger are injured and 850 killed in residential fires. Click here for an interactive fire safety game!
Cooking Fire Safety Tips
Cooking equipment, most often a range or stovetop, is the leading cause of reported home fires and home fire injuries in the United States.
Eletrical Fire Safety Tips
Electrical fires in our homes claim the lives of 485 Americans each year and injure 2,305 more. There are simple steps you can take to prevent the loss of life and property resulting from electrical fires.
Open Burning and Fireworks Tips
The open burning of leaves, rubbish, construction materials, etc., and even cooking and camp fires in Old Lyme are subject to several local and state regulations.
Knox Box Systems
The systems that the Old Lyme Fire Department utilizes is the Knox-Box Rapid Entry System which was specifically developed for fire departments. It is a simple, fast and secure method of granting key access to your property in your absence. Let us explain how the system works.
Prevent Your Pet from Starting Fires Tips
The National Fire Protection Association estimates that nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowners pets.
Drowning Prevention Tips
The National Fire Protection Association estimates that nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowners pets.
Vehicle Safety tips
Hazardous materials are everywhere, as they are not just found in commercial and industrial establishments. The average home usually contains several items that can be categorized as a hazardous material.
Barbecue Safety Tips
BBQ Grill's Cleaning & Maintenance fire safety tips.
Gasoline Safety Tips
gasoline is highly flammable and can be extremely dangerous if not handled or stored safely. Following these safety tips will help protect you and your family.
